Dalton Castle, Grade I listed castle in Dalton Town with Newton, England.
The rectangular limestone tower features sandstone details, large quoins, arrow slits, and a slate roof with decorative gargoyles at the parapet.
The monks of Furness Abbey constructed this fortification in the 14th century to protect the market town and serve as an administrative center.
The castle houses exhibitions about local history and displays works related to the painter George Romney from the surrounding region.
The National Trust manages this medieval structure, which opens to visitors interested in exploring its historic rooms and learning about local heritage.
The building functioned as a courthouse where the Abbot of Furness held the right to maintain gallows for executions from 1292.
Location: Dalton Town with Newton
Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/dalton-castle
GPS coordinates: 54.15540,-3.18650
Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:29
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